Samsung galaxy s4 mini description. Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9190 - Specifications

More recently, in public and on forums, one could see caricatures of one of the models of the Samsung concern - the Samsung Galaxy S4. And the point here is not in the technical characteristics, but in the unimaginably large size of the device. Indeed, after all, a “smart” phone should be convenient for work. And how to use a device that does not even fit in your hand ... The problem comes out. Many users were delighted with this model. The only thing that bothered me was the size. And in order to completely please their customers, the Samsung engineering team designed a similar, but smaller model, the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini. Feedback from customers immediately made the company's management understand that this was a great move. To launch a model on the market that fully satisfies many of the requirements of customers - yes, this is a manufacturer's dream! What shortcomings were identified after using the device? What is improved in the new "Samsung Galaxy S4 mini"? Instructions, price and much more - all these and various other points are covered in this article.

General information

On May 31, 2013, a presentation of a new model was held cell phone, produced by a well-known Korean concern. A reduced copy of its progenitor, the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini, equipped with one SIM card, and the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini duos, but with two active SIM card slots, have quite competitive characteristics compared to their counterparts. At the same time, the rational price also inspires positive. Every feature of this mobile phone, including the size, is a quality downsized copy of the current Korean flagship. A dual-core processor instead of four, a lower screen resolution, the amount of operational memory is reduced by 500 MB - these features distinguish the small Samsung Galaxy S4 mini from the "great" S4. Let's start the review of the model with a complete set.

What is included in the price

The new smartphone is delivered to the consumer in a small box. It is engraved with the inscription "Samsung Galaxy S4 mini". Instructions, battery, headphones with various overlays, Charger with an adapter, a cable for connecting to a laptop and a computer - all this is also in the box. It is noteworthy that the Korean concern has been practicing the use of accessories that are different from the color of the phone for quite a long time. So, in the package with a black smartphone, you can find white headphones. And vice versa. All components are ideally suited to the device and are easy to use. In addition, the price is also attractive: "Samsung Galaxy S4 mini" can be purchased from 13 thousand rubles. The option with two slots will cost a few hundred more.

Appearance and characteristics of the case

In the model under consideration, there are no special differences from any other smartphones of this company at first glance. The exterior design is not unique. There are no bright colors, contrasting details. The polycarbonate back panel flows smoothly into a frame made of the same material, but painted in the color of the metal. The front side of the model with the display is smooth and glossy. It is because of the latter characteristic that any touch on the device leaves a trace. To protect the screen, you can use ScreenGuard, a thin film that prevents unwanted scratches. Also, the advanced Gorilla Glass V2 helps to save the display. In general, the body of the phone is the same: no chips, no dents, no gaps. As already mentioned, the dimensions of this model are much smaller than its progenitor. But they are not so “mini” either: 12.46 cm long, 6.13 cm wide, 0.89 cm thick. At the same time, the weight of the device is 107 g. In terms of size, the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini phone will compete with the notorious iPhone 5 device.

Location of keys and buttons

On the body of the model there are various controls. These include the earpiece, front and rear camera, on / off button, it is also a lock, a charger connector, a headphone jack, a volume control sensor that also adjusts contrast and lighting, and some other functions. Like all Samsung smartphones, this “smart” device has a traditional “Home” key under the screen, which is adjacent to the “Back” and “Menu” touch buttons. In principle, the appearance of the device is quite nice. The manufacturer offers several color options for the case: black, purple, white, brown, blue, orange, red, pink and yellow.

Display and communication with the progenitor

A screen with a diagonal of 10.9 cm (which equals 4.3 inches) and a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels - approximately 256 ppi - is equipped with the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini. Owner reviews about this feature of the model are twofold: some are satisfied with the size. Others are not satisfied with the low resolution. Unlike the flagship Samsung Galaxy S4, the screen of this variant is slightly elongated. The number of colors in both models is the same and amounts to 16 million shades. Notable and another general characteristics two variants of Korean production: SuperAMOLED display. Brightness, saturation, contrast of colors can be adjusted in the menu.

Battery and its characteristics

The back panel "grows" with the phone due to sixteen mounts. Under it is the battery. Small Li-ion with a capacity of 1900 mAh - these are the characteristics that the battery of the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini smartphone has. Consumer feedback on battery capacity and battery life is generally positive. Of course, Android users have long been accustomed to the fact that during the day the phone with the Internet turned on and continuous calls needs to be recharged. Those who encounter a device on such a platform for the first time, blame the weak battery a little. In talk mode, the phone is active for 12 hours (according to the manufacturer). If you switch to the Standby/Airplane function, the device stays on for twelve more days.

System platform, memory and other "innards"

Under the battery are slots for a SIM card (depending on the model, there may be two) and a memory card. Inside a smaller copy of the S4 is a dual-core processor called Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 clocked at 1700 MHz. 1.5 GB of RAM may not seem like enough for the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini. User reviews of this feature also emphasize the latter fact. However, it is convenient to be able to transfer data and programs from system memory for additional gigabytes of storage. A graphics accelerator called an 8 GB storage device is responsible for the quality of the images. You can increase the amount of memory by installing an additional Micro cards SD. The device operates under the guidance of the current android versions 4.2.2, equipped with the proprietary TouchWiz shell.

We shoot video and take photos

Of course, many users are interested in the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini camera. Photos and videos can be taken using either the front-facing or rear-facing device. At the same time, in the latter, the number of matrix points is 8 Mp, and in the first, 1.9 Mp. When shooting video, the frame rate is 30 shots per second. The maximum resolution for the received movie is 1920 x 1080 pixels, and for the photo - 3264 x 2448 pixels. At the same time, in night shooting conditions, you can use a flash that works on LEDs.

Ringtone settings and other features

Some users note too quiet sound call. In addition, according to a small part of users, vibration can be attributed to negative points: being in a noisy place, it is difficult to feel a working phone. It is noteworthy that in the model with two SIM cards, it became possible to set up ringtones for each operator separately. Data transmission can be carried out using digital technology such as EDGE, high-speed packet data HSPA and its advanced version HSPA+. An integral attribute of a modern smartphone is the presence of such wireless means of transmitting and receiving information as Bluetooth, infrared interface (IR port) and Wi-Fi. All this is also in the considered model. It is noteworthy that through the infrared port you can control the TV. "Samsung Galaxy S4 mini" is equipped with current versions Bluetooth and WiFi. There is also a 3.5mm audio jack.

New additional features

It is noteworthy that in this smartphone, the settings are divided into categories. Now, instead of a list, you can select the desired parameters from the tabs in the submenu. It should be noted that the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini also has some functions inherited from the Samsung Galaxy S4. For example, "tracking mode": the display of the device will not go out while your eyes are directed at it. In addition, after reading the received message, there is no need to press the call key to connect with the sender: now it is enough to bring the device to your ear and the device will perform the necessary operation itself.

Some users note that the new smaller model is not very convenient to type messages using the keyboard. For this problem there is perfect solution: an application from GooglePlay called TouchPal X. This program implements the Swipe-a technology. What does "sliding through the alphabet" mean. Now there is no need to enter terms through T9 or by letter - just swipe across the keyboard from the first to the last element of the word and the program itself will prompt the desired concept.

Finally

As a conclusion, I would like to say that the smartphone in question is quite convenient. It has well developed functionality. The phone is easy to set up. One of the main disadvantages of users is a low-power battery. However, it should be noted that almost all Cell phones on the Android platform "sick" with this problem. The second disadvantage for many potential consumers is the price. The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini is a bit pricey compared to similar models. Although, in accordance with the declared functions, the cost is very justified. Everything is a matter of taste and, of course, the wallet. Variety of colors, good technical support service centers, the availability of all possible functions, ease of use, application support and the ability to install two SIM cards at the same time make the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini and Samsung Galaxy S4 mini duos phones a desirable purchase for many.

A battery is waiting for us in the corresponding recess, blocking the slot for one microSIM card and covering the compartments for another microSIM and microSD cards.

Screen

The 4.3-inch screen of the smartphone is quite good, but not perfect. The resolution is much less than that of the older model - 540x960 versus 1920x1080, although even it is enough for a clear picture. Colors are slightly oversaturated and viewing angles are close to maximum. Brightness is enough even with a small margin, and auto tuning brightness level works very well.

The behavior in the sun is not impressive: you have to set the brightness to the maximum so that the information is at least somehow perceived. The touch display supports up to 5 simultaneous touches and is rated "good" for input responsiveness, unfortunately it does not always process touches immediately.

Soft

Inside the smartphone, in addition to the Android 4.2.2 OS, we are waiting for the proprietary TouchWiz Nature UX shell. Despite the fact that "naked" Android is quite usable without customization, the manufacturer continues to use its software. We don’t see the point in dwelling on the filling in detail, it is almost the same as in other Samsung smartphones, and TouchWiz affects the graphic rather than the functional component. So, a lock screen with the ability to set a password and your own welcome inscription, a cascade of desktops with circular scrolling, branded widgets and wallpapers, as well as a notification area with various indicators, the latter, by the way, can be displayed in an expanded table - the main features of the shell, which we examined in detail in a review of the original Galaxy S4. The set of basic functions located at the bottom of the screen is changeable (except for the menu icon) and allows you to display up to 5 icons with the ability to add folders. The principle of building the main menu is familiar, matrix, 4x5, with page turning, and widgets are hidden in the tab on top. The settings menu, in contrast, has changed and has a tabbed structure against the standard sheet of options.

Dimensions samsung galaxy S4 Mini allow you to use it with one hand without any problems. The device is thin and light. The main material used is glossy plastic. Fingerprints are clearly visible on it and scratches quickly remain. Appearance Samsung smartphone Galaxy S4 Mini follows the design of the flagship.

Screen - 3.6

Diagonal samsung screen Galaxy S4 Mini - 4.3 inches, resolution 960 × 540 pixels, matrix type - Super AMOLED HD, PPI value - 256, protective coating - Gorilla Glass. Strengths screen - bright juicy colors, good viewing angles and deep blacks, in addition, Super AMOLED is an energy-intensive screen. Disadvantages - poor display of fonts, they look "loose" and fuzzy.

Camera

The smartphone has an 8 MP camera with LED flash. The maximum resolution for video recording is 1920 × 1080 pixels, the recording speed is 30 frames per second, the sound is recorded in stereo mode.

Working with text - 5.0

Standard keyboard in Samsung phone Galaxy S4 Mini is convenient, it has a text input function using strokes (Swype), as well as the ability to enter numbers without switching to additional characters mode. Disadvantages - an inconvenient language switching system: you need to hold your finger on the space bar and swipe left or right. To enter most additional characters, including the comma sign, you need to call an additional menu.

Internet - 3.0

The Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini browser is great for browsing the Internet: it has the ability to zoom the page multiple times with text to fit the width of the screen and read pages without images. This mode is convenient to use when reading a large amount of text on the Internet, without being distracted by pictures, which is confirmed by user reviews.

Interfaces

The smartphone supports most common wireless interfaces A: Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC. The device has an S Beam function, with which you can quickly transfer files such as photos, music or videos from one Galaxy to another when Wi-Fi help or NFC, attaching them to each other "backs". There is no support for Russian LTE frequencies.

Multimedia - 4.6

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini plays almost any video without prior conversion - the device supports rare audio formats and video containers. In the player, you can select audio tracks; as well as subtitles embedded in the video file. The audio player plays most common as well as rare formats, including uncompressed FLAC audio.

Battery - 2.6

Autonomous indicators Samsung works Galaxy S4 Mini are on good level: The device is capable of playing HD video at maximum brightness for 6 hours, and the music listening mode drains it in 35.5 hours.

Performance - 1.6

The device uses the Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 platform with dual core processor frequency 1.7 GHz, graphics subsystem Adreno 305 and 1.5 GB random access memory. The power of the device is enough for smooth playback of FullHD video and the ability to play most productive games. In everyday use, the operation of the smartphone did not cause any complaints.

Memory - 3.0

The internal memory of the device is 8 GB. Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini supports microSD memory cards up to 64 GB, there is no hot swap.

Peculiarities

The device is running a proprietary shell from Samsung - TouchWiz. In this shell, the manufacturer added its own browser, dialer, SMS client, music and video players, its own weather application and many other programs. The built-in video player supports most third-party video codecs and video formats, making it convenient to watch even unconverted video from your phone. The audio player allows you to listen to music not only by artist, but also by folder. The "S Memo" app is great program for notes with handwriting support.

The flagship from the Korean manufacturer Samsung is the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini LTE GT-I9195, which was released in 2013.

Appearance Samsung Galaxy S4 mini

The phone is made of plastic. Scratch-resistant glass front panel.
Screen with a diagonal of 4.3 inches and a resolution of 540 × 960, 256 ppi.
Dimensions - 61.3 × 124.6 × 8.94 mm, weight - 107 g.

Specifications Samsung Galaxy S4 mini

The processor is an eight-core Exynos 5410, 1700 MHz.
RAM - 2 GB. Built-in memory - 8GB. The phone also supports memory cards.
The operating system is Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), which is updated to new versions.
The battery is removable, 1900 mAh. This is enough for 12 hours of talk time and 300 hours of standby time.
Main camera good quality- 8 MP. And the front is only 2 megapixels.

You can buy Samsung Galaxy S4 mini in our online store by placing an order through the website basket or by calling us at. Delivery in Moscow is possible on the day of order. Delivery cost within the Moscow Ring Road - 400 rubles. Delivery in the Moscow region is calculated individually. Pickup from a retail store two minutes from Savelovskaya metro station.

I am glad to welcome you again on my blog dedicated to Samsung technology. This time I want to focus my and your attention on a review of a rather interesting mobile gadget— Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini. IN this review we will touch as usual general issues of this smartphone model, its configuration, characteristics and we will make a visual and technical review of it.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini - who is he?

If you follow the life of Samsung, you probably guessed that the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini is the brainchild of the Samsung Galaxy S4, only in a smaller form. I honestly admit that when I saw the inscription “mini” opposite the next model of a Samsung smartphone, I was very surprised, and if you are my regular reader, you guessed why. For those who have just visited my blog, I will only say that Samsung has been tending to increase the size of its gadgets lately, which makes them very bulky, but at the same time quite functional. Such a wonderful example is the Note 3 smartphone model, by the way, you can read the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 review on my blog.

Now let's say a few words about the culprit of this post. Full name of this model: Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini i9190. There is also an option - Duos, which includes work with two SIM-cards. As for this model, it is a reduced prototype of the Samsung Galaxy S4, one of the varieties of which has two SIM cards.

Let's get down to the very review of the smartphone and start unpacking it.

Unpacking the smartphoneSamsungGalaxyS4Mini

For clarity, in the picture above, you can immediately compare the packaging of the novelty - from the flagship. Strange as it may seem, but the mini model has a more attractive package than the flagship, although, based on the price and segment of the models, everything should be the other way around, as for me. Well, okay, we will throw away the packaging in a few minutes, but, nevertheless, they are met by clothes ...

Packaging according to the new Samsung trend is made of environmentally friendly material, simply speaking, from recycled materials. I wonder if it's really about the environment or thereby saving on packaging - a secret that we will never know.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Package Contents:

Instruction - quick guide smartphone and warranty card;

DATA cable (USB to microUSB) for synchronizing the device with a PC and charging the battery;

Headphones with a set of additional nozzles;

Charger;

The battery to be inserted into the phone.

The package is standard, and includes everything you need for comfortable work with the device. As for the first impressions of the phone, it's hard for me to judge it and highlight something, since the design of almost all the latest Samsung devices is very similar and there are practically no innovations, except for some minor improvements.

Now let's look at one of the most interesting questions regarding the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, namely its technical specifications.

Specifications Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini

The smartphone has the following technical parameters:

Net: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, /GPRS/EDGE/HSDPA;

Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 standards a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, microUSB 2.0, infrared, FM radio;

CPU: 2-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400, clocked at 1.7 GHz;

Display: 4.3" Super AMOLED qHD, 960 x 540;

operating system: Android 4.2.2, with Nature UX GUI;

Camera: 8 MP, 1080p video recording, flash, front-camera 1.9 MP;

Memory: 8 GB, 1.5 GB RAM, support microSD cards up to 64 GB;

Battery: 1900 mAh, removable;

Dimensions, weight: 124.6 x 61.3 x 8.9mm, 107g (Dual SIM version - 108g)

Model description

Having considered the characteristics of the model, we now describe it. On the front of the screen at the top there is a front camera, at the bottom there are buttons: mechanical - home, returning to the desktop, and two touch - menu and back. On the back of the smartphone, there is a camera with a flash at the top, and the main speaker is located at the bottom left side. On the left side of the device is a volume rocker, on the right - a button to turn the device on and off. On the top there is a 3.5 headphone jack and an infrared port. At the bottom is a microUSB port and a microphone.

As for the case, it is entirely made of plastic, but it is worth noting the build quality, there are no backlashes and squeaks, which is very pleasing when buying such a model. The only thing I can not help but note is that it is still plastic back cover. Although it is slightly corrugated, it will still be scratched, so you need to either wear a smartphone in a case or glue protective film and keep it as a stash for a rainy day.

The phone sits very comfortably in the hand, and most importantly, it is convenient to control it, unlike the “grands” of analogues, since I like to control the phone with one hand and with my thumb.

The phone works quite quickly, the response is clear, and this is very pleasing. Launching various applications and games that consume enough a large number of resources, it is worth noting

comfortable operation of the device, it copes with all tasks, without the slightest hang-ups and does not even think about it.

operating room android system and the new Nature UX graphic are quite welcoming and beautiful. We will not dwell on it in more detail, since it has not undergone any special changes.

Separately, I want to note the model with two SIM cards. In standby mode, the phone works with two operators, as soon as a voice call is received on one of the cards, the second one is turned off. This, of course, is inconvenient, but not so problematic.

Summing up, I will say that this smartphone I wasn't surprised, but I was pleasantly surprised. A good budget and compact version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 analogue. It is especially worth noting the presence of two SIM cards, which is very convenient in our time. If you are thinking about buying this device, then I personally would recommend it to you: good performance, reasonable price and good functionality due to the remarkable operating system Android.